Nagaland CM hopes peace talks will be resolved under Modi's leadership

Resolution of the decades old Naga political issue is the top agenda of the NDPP-BJP government in the State, he said addressing a joint election rally for the candidates of the two parties in the presence of PM Modi

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Friday exuded confidence that the ongoing Naga peace talks will reach a "meaningful convergence" under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Resolution of the decades old Naga political issue is the top agenda of the NDPP-BJP government in the State, he said addressing a joint election rally for the candidates of the two parties at Chumoukedima in the presence of the Prime Minister.

Mr. Rio also extended full support to both the Centre and Naga political groups for a solution to the Naga peace talks.

Appreciating former Prime Pinister Atal Bihari Vajpayee for recognising the uniqueness of the Nagas, he said it is under Mr. Modi that they witnessed a greater understanding between them and the rest of the country, bringing them closer to a successful political dialogue.

Under the Modi government, Nagaland has seen the signing of the Framework Agreement, Agreed Position and revocation of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act from selected areas in the State, he said.

“We are hopeful that in the near future the political dialogue between the Centre and the Naga political groups will reach a meaningful convergence. We are all expecting the end result to be honourable, inclusive and acceptable .... We look forward to your guidance and leadership in realising these collective aspirations,” the Chief Minister said.

The youth of Nagaland are vibrant, capable and innovative and given the opportunities they will make greater contributions towards India’s growth. The State needs Centre’s assistance constantly as unlike other others it is unable to sustain on its own.